Title: Paris Saint-Germain Beats Rennes 2-1 with Mbappé's Goal, Keeps Lead in Ligue 1 Round 16

In the first round of the French League Cup, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) defeated Rennes FC 2-1, keeping them ahead in the standings and maintaining their lead in the Ligue 1 competition.

The match started off with both teams on the attack, as PSG took advantage of the lack of possession from Rennes. However, Rennes managed to score through a penalty kick by Thiago Silva, who was given a yellow card for a foul on the ball.

However, it wasn't just about scoring goals; PSG also scored one of their own in the opening minutes of the second half when Neymar Jr. scored a header from a corner kick. This goal set the tone for the rest of the game, as PSG continued to dominate the midfield and create opportunities for themselves.

Despite the early setback, PSG didn't let the situation get out of hand. They were able to hold onto the lead and maintain it until the final whistle. The goal came after 75 minutes of play, but the crowd had already been cheering and waiting for the moment.

After the match, PSG coach Mauricio Pochettino praised his team's performance, saying "We knew that we would have to play well against Rennes because they've been playing very well at home lately. We showed some good things in the first half, so I'm happy to see that we're now going into the quarter-finals."

As for Rennes, they couldn't have been happier with the result. Despite the loss, Rennes still remained in contention for a place in the next round of the competition. They will be looking forward to seeing how they fare in the remaining matches of the season.

Overall, this match was a great example of how two teams can compete against each other without necessarily having to go head-to-head physically. PSG proved once again why they are one of the best clubs in Europe, while Rennes learned valuable lessons about their own strength and weaknesses. Both teams should look forward to facing each other in the next round of the competition, hoping to improve their performances and advance to the next level of football.